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GA-EP43-DS3LR/ GA-EP43-DS3L/ GA-EP43-S3L LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1006 12ME-EP43DS3L-1006R
GA-EP43-DS3LR/ GA-EP43-DS3L/ GA-EP43-S3L LGA775 socket motherboard for Intel® CoreTM processor family/ Intel® Pentium® processor family/Intel® Celeron® processor family User's Manual Rev. 1006 12ME-EP43DS3L-1006R
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Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3LR Oct. 9, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3LR Oct. 9, 2008
Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3LR Oct. 9, 2008 Motherboard GA-EP43-DS3LR Oct. 9, 2008
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Table of Contents Box Contents ...7 OptionalItems...7 GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard Layout 8 Block Diagram...9 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Installation Precautions 11 1-2 Product Specifications 12 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 15 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 15 1-3-2 ...
Table of Contents Box Contents ...7 OptionalItems...7 GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard Layout 8 Block Diagram...9 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation 11 1-1 Installation Precautions 11 1-2 Product Specifications 12 1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler 15 1-3-1 Installing the CPU 15 1-3-2 ...
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... (Optional 94 5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording 96 5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder 98 5-3 Troubleshooting 99 5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions 99 5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 100 5-4 Regulatory Statements 102 Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 6 -
... (Optional 94 5-2-3 Configuring Microphone Recording 96 5-2-4 Using the Sound Recorder 98 5-3 Troubleshooting 99 5-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions 99 5-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure 100 5-4 Regulatory Statements 102 Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 6 -
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... cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R) - 7 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-EP43-DS3LR or GA-EP43-DS3L or GA-EP43-S3L motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield •...
... cable (Part No. 12CF1-1CM001-32R) LPT port cable (Part No. 12CF1-1LP001-01R) - 7 - The box contents are for reference only. Box Contents GA-EP43-DS3LR or GA-EP43-DS3L or GA-EP43-S3L motherboard Motherboard driver disk User's Manual Quick Installation Guide One IDE cable and one floppy disk drive cable Two SATA 3Gb/s cables I/O Shield •...
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Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. Only for GA-EP43-S3L. Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 8 - GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_SPDIF COAXIAL R_USB_1 R_USB_2 R_USB_3 ATX_12V CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX LGA775 DDR2_1 GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 FDD SYS_FAN2 USB_LAN AUDIO Intel® P43 F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 RTL8111C PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 PWR_FAN CODEC SPDIF_O ...ICH10 Intel® ICH10R SATA2_3 SATA2_0 SATA2_4 SATA2_ 1 JMicron 368 IDE SATA2_5 SATA2_2 F_USB1 F_PANEL PWR_LED COMA LPT F_USB2 "*" The GA-EP43-DS3LR/GA-EP43-DS3L adopts All-Solid Capacitor design.
Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. Only for GA-EP43-S3L. Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 8 - GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard Layout KB_MS R_SPDIF COAXIAL R_USB_1 R_USB_2 R_USB_3 ATX_12V CPU_FAN PHASE LED ATX LGA775 DDR2_1 GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 FDD SYS_FAN2 USB_LAN AUDIO Intel® P43 F_AUDIO SYS_FAN1 RTL8111C PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16 PCIEX1_2 PWR_FAN CODEC SPDIF_O ...ICH10 Intel® ICH10R SATA2_3 SATA2_0 SATA2_4 SATA2_ 1 JMicron 368 IDE SATA2_5 SATA2_2 F_USB1 F_PANEL PWR_LED COMA LPT F_USB2 "*" The GA-EP43-DS3LR/GA-EP43-DS3L adopts All-Solid Capacitor design.
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Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/(400(O.C.)/333/266/200 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 ... Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF In SPDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 9 - Only for GA-EP43-S3L.
Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. Block Diagram 1 PCI Express x16 LGA775 Processor CPU CLK+/(400(O.C.)/333/266/200 MHz) PCIe CLK (100 MHz) PCI Express x16 PCIe CLK (100 ... Speaker Out Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out Side Speaker Out MIC Line-Out Line-In SPDIF In SPDIF Out 2 PCI PCI CLK (33 MHz) Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 9 - Only for GA-EP43-S3L.
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...GA-EP43-DS3L. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 12 - Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. Only for GA-EP43-S3L. Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 JMicron 368 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal USB headers) "*" The GA-EP43-DS3LR/GA-EP43...channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio...
...GA-EP43-DS3L. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 12 - Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. Only for GA-EP43-S3L. Support for SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 JMicron 368 chip: - 1 x IDE connector supporting ATA-133/100/66/33 and up to 2 IDE devices iTE IT8718 chip: - 1 x floppy disk drive connector supporting up to the internal USB headers) "*" The GA-EP43-DS3LR/GA-EP43...channel memory architecture Support for DDR2 1200/1066/800/667 MHz memory modules (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest memory support list.) Realtek ALC888 codec High Definition Audio...
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Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. Hardware Installation Internal Connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE .../System/Power fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System/Power fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control (Note 2) Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 13 -
Only for GA-EP43-DS3L. Hardware Installation Internal Connectors 1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector 1 x floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE .../System/Power fan speed detection CPU overheating warning CPU/System/Power fan fail warning CPU/System fan speed control (Note 2) Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 13 -
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... fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ System cooler you install. (Note 3) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 14 -
... fan speed control function is supported will depend on the CPU/ System cooler you install. (Note 3) Available functions in EasyTune may differ by motherboard model. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 14 -
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... the protective socket cover when the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into its locked position. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 16 - B. Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into...
... the protective socket cover when the CPU is properly inserted, replace the load plate and push the CPU socket lever back into its locked position. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 16 - B. Step 5: Once the CPU is not installed.) Step 4: Hold the CPU with the socket alignment keys) and gently insert the CPU into...
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... Configurations Table DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Two Modules DS/SS - - GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 18 - When memory modules of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be enabled if only one direction. DS/SS - - The four DDR2 memory sockets are unable to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Dual Channel mode cannot be used...
... Configurations Table DDR2_1 DDR2_2 DDR2_3 DDR2_4 Two Modules DS/SS - - GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 18 - When memory modules of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be enabled if only one direction. DS/SS - - The four DDR2 memory sockets are unable to GIGABYTE's website for optimum performance. Dual Channel mode cannot be used...
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... metal slot cover from the slot. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 20 - Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card(s). 7. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps...
... metal slot cover from the slot. Secure the card's metal bracket to install an expansion card: • Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 20 - Carefully read the manual that supports your expansion card(s). 7. PCI Express x1 Slot PCI Express x16 Slot PCI Slot Follow the steps...
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...RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to connect a PS/2 keyboard. Use this port for GA-EP43-DS3L. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to ... system that your audio system provides a coaxial digital audio in connector. Before using this feature, ensure that supports digital coaxial audio. Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 21 - Before using this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED:...
...RJ-45 LAN Port The Gigabit Ethernet LAN port provides Internet connection at up to connect a PS/2 keyboard. Use this port for GA-EP43-DS3L. Do not rock it straight out from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it side to side to ... system that your audio system provides a coaxial digital audio in connector. Before using this feature, ensure that supports digital coaxial audio. Only for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 21 - Before using this feature, ensure that supports digital optical audio. Connection/ Speed LED Activity LED LAN Port Connection/Speed LED:...
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... In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in jack ( ). Microphones must be used to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Use this jack. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 22 - Use this audio jack to connect front speakers in jack. Only microphones still MUST be reconfigured to connect rear speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio...
... In Jack (Pink) The default Mic in jack ( ). Microphones must be used to connect center/subwoofer speakers in a 4/5.1/7.1-channel audio configuration. Use this jack. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 22 - Use this audio jack to connect front speakers in jack. Only microphones still MUST be reconfigured to connect rear speakers in a 5.1/7.1-channel audio...
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... 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 24 - 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can lead...
... 3.3V -12V GND PS_ON(soft On/Off) GND GND GND -5V +5V +5V +5V (Only for 2x12-pinATX) GND (Only for 2x12-pin ATX) GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 24 - 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x2 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can lead...
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... SATA hard drive. Please connect the L-shaped end of the IDE devices (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for GA-EP43-DS3L. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. 7 SATA2_3 SATA2_4 SATA2_5 7 17 17 1 SATA2_0 SATA2_1 SATA2_2 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5... hard drives and optical drives. Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. Only for GA-EP43-S3L. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 26 - 7) IDE (IDE Connector) The IDE connector supports up to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA...
... SATA hard drive. Please connect the L-shaped end of the IDE devices (for example, master or slave). (For information about configuring master/slave settings for GA-EP43-DS3L. Each SATA connector supports a single SATA device. 7 SATA2_3 SATA2_4 SATA2_5 7 17 17 1 SATA2_0 SATA2_1 SATA2_2 1 Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5... hard drives and optical drives. Before attaching the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. Only for GA-EP43-S3L. GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 26 - 7) IDE (IDE Connector) The IDE connector supports up to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA...
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The LED is on when the system is in S1 sleep state. Pin No. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 27 - The LED is off (S5). System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off Only for instructions on the chassis to indicate ...
The LED is on when the system is in S1 sleep state. Pin No. Refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring SATA Hard Drive(s)," for GA-EP43-DS3LR. - 27 - The LED is off (S5). System Status LED S0 On S1 Blinking S3/S4/S5 Off Only for instructions on the chassis to indicate ...
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GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 28 - For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. Definition Pin No. If your chassis front panel audio module ...
GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 28 - For HD Front Panel Audio: For AC'97 Front Panel Audio: Pin No. Definition Pin No. If your chassis front panel audio module ...
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Definition 1 Power 2 SPDIFI 3 GND GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 30 - 12) CD_IN (CD In Connector, Black) You may connect the audio cable that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF in cable. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in and can connect to an audio device that came with your optical drive to the header. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 1 13) SPDIF_I (S/PDIF In Header, Red) This header supports digital S/PDIF in cable, please contact the local dealer. 1 Pin No. Pin No.
Definition 1 Power 2 SPDIFI 3 GND GA-EP43-DS3LR/DS3L/S3L Motherboard - 30 - 12) CD_IN (CD In Connector, Black) You may connect the audio cable that supports digital audio out via an optional S/PDIF in cable. For purchasing the optional S/PDIF in and can connect to an audio device that came with your optical drive to the header. Definition 1 CD-L 2 GND 3 GND 4 CD-R 1 13) SPDIF_I (S/PDIF In Header, Red) This header supports digital S/PDIF in cable, please contact the local dealer. 1 Pin No. Pin No.